High Salary Specialist Gl Hotel Finance Services

Job Category Financial Accounting Role Purpose With minimal guidance act as part of a team to process transactions in accordance with Service Level Agreements Follow appropriate accounting finance and or Human Resources policies and procedures in assigned function Identify discrepancies clear errors and perform route-cause analysis Contribute to the continuous improvement of all areas in process scope Track and report specific Service Level Agreement requirements and metrics Key Accountabilities SPECIALITY PROCESSING - Process transactions in accordance with Service Level Agreements Maintain and update the team s records management for tracking communications and continuous improvement purposes Perform specialty accounting or human resources functions such as maintaining reconciling analyzing and preparing financial statements Specialty accounting functions include but are not limited to providing expertise in the investigation and analysis of significant changes in key account balances Responsibilities also include identifying and implementing solutions to resolve significant changes to key account balances Review a variety of documents listings summaries etc for completeness and accuracy Analyze assigned system reports to ensure accuracy research and resolve problems ensure the integrity of assigned system and data Prepare and compile various reports as required for special studies and projects Prepare monthly financial statements using standard accounting practices Communicate with the customer to obtain correct information or financial data as necessary Check records against other current sources such as reports or summaries investigate differences and take required action to insure that records are accurate and up to date Operate a computer system including input edit retrieval and analysis of transactional data Provide recommendations for future system enhancements and process improvements Select interpret classify and adjust inputted data and arrange convert and compile data into report form Facilitate continued improvement efforts with the Work Team and with the Customer and Process Support Team CUSTOMER SUPPORT - May be required to talk to customers clients or suppliers over the phone May contact the Customer and Process Support Team to obtain correct information on the remittance advice as necessary Apply analytical techniques to one or more disciplines May perform statistical analyses and create accurate charts tables and graphs in the correct format and within established time frames as required Select and use appropriate software to effectively analyze data Compile and analyze financial information Effectively communicate findings and make recommendations to appropriate staff including key stakeholders and business leaders Maintain a consistent high quality customer-focused orientation Listen to and communicate with customer to obtain all required information necessary to determine and address their specific needs tactfully explain why if service cannot be provided Respond to individuals in manner and timeframe promised or follow-up to explain status Provide clear accurate information explain procedures or materials or provide supplemental information anticipate problems or questions Functional Complexities and Duties - Prepare monthly hotel and corporate financial statements and ensuring integrity and accuracy are maintained Prepare and review monthly balance sheet and bank reconciliation s and appropriate reconciling journal entries Responsible for financial data collection process Prepare or review work-papers for internal external auditors Facilitate training and supporting hotel general management accounting staff Key Skills Experiences Education - Associate Degree or Bachelor s Degree or technical institute degree certificate or an equivalent combination of education and work related experience Experience - 1 to 3 years progressive work related experience with demonstrated proficiency and understanding in one or more functions related to the position Technical Skills and Knowledge - Demonstrated knowledge of People Soft or other E R P system s finance accounting and or Human Resources modules Demonstrated proficiency in accurately populating databases with necessary information in designated time periods Demonstrates clear concise and succinct communication skills including adapting both verbal and written communication to the needs and level of the user About Us At IHG we ve made a promise As one of the world s leading hotel groups we re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome cared for recognised and respected - wherever they are in the world Want to be part of the journey About the Team Who we are At IHG Hotels Resorts we work together to deliver True Hospitality for Good on a global scale With corporate offices and over 6 000 hotel destinations worldwide a career at IHG is the perfect way to broaden your horizons You ll experience our unique culture and brilliant colleagues who will support and inspire you With a host of corporate opportunities to choose from wherever you are on your career journey and whatever you want to achieve there s Room for You at IHG Over recent years we ve transformed our company We have bold ambitions to drive performance and maintain our relentless focus on growth in order to be the hotel company of choice that guests owners love We are a hospitality business at our core and value connections and being together helps us foster a unique sense of belonging that also supports productivity That s why here at IHG we give our colleagues flexibility and balance - working in a hybrid way blending office and remote working collectively We recognise that every role is different that s why leaders work with teams to determine how and when they collaborate We provide a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life These include impressive room discounts across our many properties recharge days and volunteering days throughout the year Through our myWellbeing framework we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health lifestyle and workplace We offer a unique and inclusive culture where there is always Room for You to belong grow and make a difference Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work IHG Hotels Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regards to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability or any other category protected by applicable laws We promote a culture of trust support and acceptance Always welcoming different backgrounds experiences and perspectives